Author: Anna Lee

Thursday

“She will give birth to a son,

and you are to name Him Jesus,

because He will save His people from their sins.”

~Mathew 1:21, HCSB~

 

Wonderful news, Jack McCarte, “Miss” Mary Miller’s son-in-law is doing very well and was moved to a regular hospital room yesterday afternoon.  The family is very relieved and thankful.  “Miss” Mary asked me to pass her appreciation on to you.

Jadon’s Journey – 12-8-15

   (Jadon) had a great checkup today with his neurologist. He read all 4 of the words she wrote down for him. She was very impressed with him and his progress. We just love her. She was able to get a $4000 test approved for Jadon. This test will give us lots of information on how his brain functions. We are now on the 2 month waiting list for a neuropsychological test. She also had to show Jadon off to her nurses. She made him walk,talk,and put his hands above his head. She then showed them the CT scan of Jadon’s half brain. Of course they couldn’t believe it. She loves showing him off. She calls him miracle boy.

Betty Smith Sledge

Born: September 14, 1949
Died: December 09, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3518355&fh_id=10545
Kentwood Manor
It was a joy to give packages to the patients at Kentwood Manor early yesterday evening.  A group from FBC, Kentwood sang Christmas carols to guitar music as we walked up and down the halls giving out packages.  Members contributed the items we distributed.  The packages and the caroling were big hits!
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Mission Trip Resources – http://www.imb.org/go/1953.aspx#.VmlktmSDGko
Baptist Press – bpnews.net
Read the Bible in 2015 – Song of Songs (Solomon) 3-4
Scripture Writing – Psalm 72: 6-10
Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

New Opportunity – Study the Book of John

  • Begins tomorrow morning at 10:00 at FBC,K in fellowship hall
  • When a person is first introduced to Bible reading, this is the book that is usually suggested.  That’s the book we will begin to explore tomorrow.
  • Please free to join us.  You do not have to be a member of a certain church or Sunday School group.
  • All you need is a Bible!
  • No cost!

Jesus is the reason for the season.  Be sure He doesn’t get left out!  Make Him the center of the holiday.

Anna Lee

 

Wednesday

The generous will prosper;

those who refresh others

will themselves be refreshed.

~Proverbs 11:25~

 

Please continue to pray for Johnny Belgard of Chesbrough.  Johnny has ups and downs, like most people who are hospitalized.  He is in Ochsner in New Orleans.

Jack McCarte, son-in-law of Mrs. Mary Miller, was found to have heart problems that required surgery, not simply some stents.  Surgery went well this afternoon, but shortly after that he had a seizure.  Please pray that will some rest and medication, he will be doing better soon.  Jack is in Jackson, MS.

Mr. James Miller had more blood given to him today and is feeling much better.  Keep him and “Miss” Mary in your prayers.

 

Brett Michael Ware

Born: August 21, 1969
Died: December 04, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3515394&fh_id=10545

 

 

Operation Christmas Child

 Pray for the shoeboxes as they are prepared for delivery and make their journey to boys and girls.

  • For the Gospel of Jesus Christ to be boldly proclaimed as we distribute these boxes in remote corners of the earth.
  • For God to bring many into His Kingdom through these simple gifts.
  • For God’s favor and protection on local church volunteers as they organize distributions in more than 100 countries.
  • For shoeboxes to arrive safely and quickly at their intended destinations.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions – Service Opportunities

Apprentice and Career Missionaries

http://www.imb.org/go/serving.aspx#Apprentice/Career

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Psalm 140-142

Scripture Writing – December 9th – Psalms 72: 8-14

 

Kentwood Manor – This evening, we will deliver packages to the nursing home patients and sing Christmas carols to them.  Call the church office (229-8111) for details.

 

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • 10 A.M.
  • Beginning to study the book of “John”
  • Join us this week.  I think you will enjoy the study.
  • God will bless your efforts.

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

 

Tuesday

“But as it is written:

‘Eye has not seen,

nor ear heard,

nor have entered into the heart of man

the things which God has prepared

for those who love Him.’”

~1 Corinthians 2:9, NKJV~

 

Jesus was a big part of the plan.  
Let’s celebrate Jesus this holiday season.  
It’s called Christmas!

 

Mr. James Miller was given blood yesterday and will receive more today.  Pray for Mr. James and “Miss” Mary as they spend more time with medical people.  He has home health also.  It has been very good.

Continue to pray for the Eatay family in the loss of an unborn baby and the gift of a Christmas angel!

Read the Bible in 2015 – Nehemiah  5-9 – https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Nehemiah++5-9&version=NIV

Scripture Writing – Psalm 72:1-7

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – “Giving to Send Missionaries” – http://www.imb.org/giving/howmissionsisfunded.aspx#.VmavVGSDGko

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

Bonus Devotional, Scripture, and Song

 

We all have certain days that have special meaning in our lives.  Sometimes, it’s good.  Sometimes, it’s sad.  Today is one of those days for me.  My grandmother, Jennie Lee Wilkinson Draughon, passed away early on a Sunday morning.  Jennie, my daughter, was almost three and the only great, grandchild.  She saw my mother, my two aunts, and I sitting at the breakfast room table.  There were tears.  Jennie looked around and said, “Why are you crying?  “Ganky” is in heaven today!”  You can only imagine the smiles, more tears, and and big hugs with kisses she received from everyone.  

Heaven is surely a wonderful place to celebrate Christmas!  

Anna Lee

Monday

“The King will reply,

‘I tell you the truth,

whatever you did

for one of the least of these

brothers of mine,

you did for me.’

~Matthew 25:40~

During the holiday season, most of us will be doing special things for others.  Doing and giving is wonderful and one of the lessons that God wants us to learn early and do for many years.  I’m thankful when I hear of all those who are being blessed by our gifts of food, time, transportation, etc.  I hope this will continue all year long for all of us.

 

Mr. James Miller will be going to his doctor today for an update.  Pray for Mr. James and “Miss” Mary as they travel today and as they hear the report.  As you pray for them, don’t forget to pray for her son-in-law who is having a heart procedure this morning in Jackson.

Arie Annabelle Beulah Varnado Jennings of the East Fork community in Kentwood, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s residence on December 5, 2015.

She was born November 30, 1928 in Kentwood, LA. She was the daughter of John W. and Alma Dykes Varnado.

She was retired from the State of Louisiana where she worked for 38 1/2 years at the I-55 weigh station. She was a member of East Fork Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Wallace Preston Jennings Sr.; two brothers and four sisters.

Survived by her children Mildred and Elder Douglas Graham, John and Shelia Jennings, Wallace Jr. and Veronica Jennings, Elsie and Tim Sharkey, and special friend Sam Agnello, grandchildren Harry and Darlene, Darrin and Bridget, Preston Sr. and Pam Graham, Joseph and Yolanda, and Christopher Jennings, Natalie and Dan’l Sr. Johnson, Sarah and John Campbell, Michael and Jaime Jennings, Laura and Maverick Guidry, Danny and Kylie Sharkey, Jessica and Daniel Venable, Taylor and Haileigh Sharkey, and step-grandchildren Tommy and Scott Thornhill, Billy and Sarah, Alan and Summer and Christopher Reeves; great- grandchildren Rebekah and Chris Burkes, Esther and Nathan Davis, Aaron Graham, Caleb and Kelsie, Jesse and Shelby Graham, Brittany Graham and Cody Coniglio, Precious and Presley and Preston Jr. Graham, Tyler and Corbin Jennings, Dan’l Jr, Skye, Charlotte, Summer, and Duke Johnson, Lucy Jennings, Rilee and Allee Sharkey, Lakelynn, Preston, Annabelle, and Peyton Venable; step-great-grandchildren Cody and Ava Thornhill, Brittany, Bailey, Alana, and LeeAnn Reeves, Kayla and Trent Seabrook, Abbie Jones; great-great-grandchildren, Elijah, Peyton, and Chase Graham, and was anticipating the arrival of great granddaughter, Jade, and a great- great –granddaughter, Aubrey Kate. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Harry Graham, Jr., Darrin Graham, Preston Graham, Joseph Jennings, Christopher Jennings, Michael Jennings and Danny Sharkey. Honorary pallbearers will be Preston Graham, Jr., Dan’l Johnson, Duke Johnson, Tyler Jennings, Corbin Jennings, Caleb Graham, Jesse Graham, Aaron Graham, Rilee Sharkey, Preston Venable and Peyton Venable.

Visitation is Monday at East Fork Baptist Church on 17280 Hwy. 1054 from 5PM until 9PM and continues Tuesday from 10AM until services at 11AM with Elder Douglas Graham, Elder Doyle Ball, Dr. Danny Smith and Bro. Gibbie McMillan Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Sharkey Funeral Home in Summit, MS.

Share condolences at catchingsfuneralhome.com

Joey Feek

Joey’s faith is glowing!  Read why she said she would go through this cancer ordeal again.

http://www.godvine.com/read/she-s-fighting-for-her-life-and-says-it-s-all-worth-it-because-of-this–1140.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=fbpage&utm_campaign=gvupdate

 

All the area churches are having holiday programs, caroling, meals, and other activities.  I hope you will spend as much and more time in celebrating the birth of Jesus and doing for others as you do shopping for gift for people who already have more than they need.

 

Read the Bible in 2015

Scripture Writing

 

Food for Families 

David and I made the food delivery yesterday afternoon.  Once again, the food was greatly appreciated.  Thanks to the ladies who contributed frozen food this month.

Friday Morning Bible Study

  • Beginning the book of John with the introduction to the book
  • Please feel free to join us at 10 A.M.

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Day 8

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

 

Show your Christian Christmas spirit today!

Anna Lee

Sunday and Sunday Night

I apologize for my post not publishing this morning.  I saw it “unpublished” and few minutes ago, but when I tried to publish it, it disappeared.  Jason checked for it and cannot find it either.  I’ll try to add some highlights and add a request from Mrs. Mary Miller and a new obituary tonight.

 

Mrs. Flo Hatcher has been enjoying her company.  She has good caregivers, including her daughter, Julee.

Linda Blount Johnson lives in Arcola.  She is having a pain in her hip and trouble walking.  She would like you to pray for her.

Landon Estay wrote this about his baby daughter.

Claire Isabella Estay was delivered stillborn at 12:47 AM this morning. She is beautiful with a head full of hair.

On behalf of me and my family, I want to thank each and every one of you who have reached out to us. I haven’t responded to most of you, but each message is appreciated and makes us feel loved.

Memorial arrangements will be announced once finalized. We will have one in Texas and one in Louisiana. Again, thank you all for your love and caring.

Jane Carlous Alford

Born: December 03, 1941
Died: December 04, 2015

        http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm/obituaries/view/fh_id/10545/id/3512990

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Mrs. Mary Miller requests prayer for her son-in-law, Jack McCarte (53), who will be having heart surgery at St. Dominic’s in Jackson, MS early tomorrow morning.  Hopefully, a stent is all that will be needed because previous health issues will make open-heart more of a risk.  Please pray for Jack and all involved in the surgery.
Jesse Raymond Durnin

Born: March 31, 1949
Died: December 06, 2015

http://www.mckneelys.com/home/index.cfm?action=public:obituaries.view&o_id=3513424&fh_id=10545

Saturday

The LORD said to Job:  

“Will the one who contends with the Almighty

correct him?

Let him who accuses God answer him!”

~Job 40:1-2~

Elaine Tolar Doucette was able to leave the hospital yesterday.  Pray for her as she recovers from surgery and waits for the lab report.

Pray for the Estay family.  Landon and Alisha were expecting the delivery of their second daughter and third child, but Claire Isabella gained her angel wings before she was born.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 21-22

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 40:1-5

Reminder – Please don’t forget to bring your frozen food to my classroom before Sunday School.  The food will be shared with a family Sunday afternoon.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Joey and Rory Feek

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

As we prepare to celebrate another holiday season, let us never forget those who are alone, sick, grieving, away from home, etc.

Anna Lee

The LORD said to Job:  

“Will the one who contends with the Almighty

correct him?

Let him who accuses God answer him!”

~Job 40:1-2~

Elaine Tolar Doucette was able to leave the hospital yesterday.  Pray for her as she recovers from surgery and waits for the lab report.

Pray for the Estay family.  Landon and Alisha were expecting the delivery of their second daughter and third child, but Claire Isabella gained her angel wings before she was born.

Read the Bible in 2015 – Acts 21-22

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 40:1-5

Reminder – Please don’t forget to bring your frozen food to my classroom before Sunday School.  The food will be shared with a family Sunday afternoon.

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Joey and Rory Feek

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

As we prepare to celebrate another holiday season, let us never forget those who are alone, sick, grieving, away from home, etc.  

Anna Lee

 

Thursday

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above,

and comes down from the Father of lights,

whom there is no variation or shadow of turning.”

~James 1:17, NKJV~

 

Mr. James and “Miss” Mary Miller need your continued prayers.

 

 

Read the Bible in 2015 – Revelation 1-6

Scripture Writing for December 4th – Isaiah 11: 6-10

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Devotional, Scripture, Quote. and a Song

 

 

 

Lottie Moon Christmas Offering – Week of Prayer –  Day 6

 

Reminder

  • Cook and freeze some frozen food for a family that is very appreciative to the support.
  • Bring food to my Sunday School classroom before Sunday School this week.

 

 

I know and serve God who takes care of me daily and will continue to do so.  I have no doubt about that.  I hope you can say the same  thing.  If not, fine someone who can help you find God and lead you to trusting Him.  Then.  you will be able to sing, “I Know Who Holds Tomorrow” and feel confident you do and He will.

Anna Lee

Thursday

But be sure to fear the LORD

and serve him faithfully with all your heart;

consider what great things he has done for you.

1 Samuel 12:24

 

Please pray for Michael Allen who was injured in an accident last weekend.  He was in ICU at North Oaks yesterday.

Harrell Sharkey is undergoing additional testing after learning he has cancer.  Please pray for the entire family.

Keith Womack is still in pain because of the kidney stone he has.  Please pray he can  endure until he can have surgery.

Elaine Tolar Doucette’s surgery went well yesterday.  Now, pray as the family waits seven to ten days for the lab report.

Pray for Andy Taylor as he has foot surgery Friday in Jackson.

Pray for Lisa W. Carruth as she faces surgery to fight infection.

Kenny Ray Gill continues to do well following his double knee replacement last week.

 

 

Baptist Press – bpnews.net

Scripture Writing – Isaiah 1:1-5

Read the Bible in 2015 – Song of Songs 1-2 

 

 

Devotional, Scripture, and a Song

“When Not to Rejoice” – http://odb.org/2015/12/03/when-not-to-rejoice/

Do not gloat when your enemy falls.                                                                                                                                         ~Proverbs 24:17~

“Blessed Be the Tie that Binds”

Lyrics – http://www.hymntime.com/tch/htm/b/b/t/bbtttb.htm

History – http://www.lectionary.org/HymnStories/Blest%20Be%20the%20Tie%20That%20Binds.htm

Youtube – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P6lzTJfWdmk

 

Week of Prayer for International Missions – Day 5

 

Let’s reach out to those in our area who are nonbelievers just as our IMB missionaries reach out to those who are nonbelievers internationally.

Anna Lee 

 

 

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